10 Old-School Gardening Tools Cowboys Used That We Still Rely On Today
It may not seem like cowboys and gardeners have much in common, but there's surprising crossover between their tools and those still useful in gardens today.
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The Homemade, Affordable Potting Mix Solution That's Just As Nutrient-Rich As Peat
A simple homemade potting mix offers gardeners an affordable alternative to a familiar growing medium while providing moisture retention and drainage.
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Keep Wasps Out Of Your Yard With A Fragrant Herb They Can't Stand
While this herb is a culinary staple in soups and stews, it's also an effective deterrent that will keep pesky wasps from hanging out in your yard.
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Is Galvanized Steel Safe For Garden Beds?
Galvanized steel is a long-lasting material, but some gardeners worry because it contains zinc. Here’s what to know about its safety for plants.
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No More Expensive Bird Baths: The Beautiful Dollar Tree DIY Anyone Can Do
Dollar Tree really inspires people's creativity. This DIY demonstrates how you can craft a bird bath to look like one that can easily cost five times as much.
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Gardener Transforms Old Wooden Boards Into A Functional Compost Bin With An Impressive DIY
Got a bunch of old timber planks in the garden shed? Use them to craft the perfect compost bin with the help of tree prunings, an axe, and a measuring tape.
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Ditch Traditional Bird Feeders For A DIY Affordable IKEA Solution That Keeps Seed Dry
Damp birdseed is a breeding ground for mold and disease. Keep backyard visitors healthy by crafting a sleek bird feeder for them using IKEA kitchen products.
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No More Hand-Pulling: The Easy-To-Use Tool To Remove Young Weeds From Gravel Driveways
Weeding a gravel driveway is tough work. The weeds nestle into the stone layer, making them hard to remove. This tool makes light work of embedded greenery.
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Turn Unused Lumber Into A Cheaper DIY Birdbath
Are you a woodworker? You probably have a random bit of wood in your workshop. Turn it into a birdbath using an angle grinder and a few other simple tools.
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Turn Old Wine Barrels Into Cheaper DIY Planters That Add A Rustic Touch To Your Garden
With a few power tools and precise measurements, you can turn an old wine barrel into two large planters. Barrels typically have a middle diameter of 28 inches.
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DIYer Turns An Old Wood Door Into A Stylish Garden Bench With Just A Few Cuts
Furnishing a garden with a DIY project is every DIYer's dream, so here's how to make a bench out of an old door. All it takes is five cuts. Impressive, right?
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Not Wood Chips Or Pine Straw: The Best Type Of Mulch To Use Around An AC Unit
Outdoor AC units can be hard to maintain because of pests, pollen, debris, and more. Keeping the unit safe from these requires some preventative measures.
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The Simple Garden Tool That Makes Caring For A Vegetable Patch Faster & Easier
Veggie patches get filled with weeds fast, particularly if you plant your vegetables in rows. Stay on top of unwanted growth with this nifty long-handled tool.
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Man Turns An Old Wine Barrel Into A Cheaper DIY Pond That Adds A Rustic Touch
For this DIY pond, the creator uses a form of biological filtration called anoxic filtration. This system requires no pump or power and is very low maintenance.
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Say Goodbye To Landscape Fabric: Here's A Natural, Fragrant Groundcover
Looking for an eco-friendly alternative to landscaping fabric to suppress weeds? Try this low-growing herb that smells great and supports local pollinators.
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How To Use A Plastic Bottle To Water Fragile Seedlings
The water from cans and hoses is often too forceful for seedlings. A bottle from the recycling bin offers a solution, but only with some careful modification.
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Not An Ordinary Shovel: The Multi-Use Gardening Tool That Cuts Through Tough Soil
This durable spade makes slicing through root-bound soil, edging lawns, and digging beds far easier than a standard shovel, and buyers are raving about it.
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How To Repel Ticks With A Simple But Overlooked Solution
As if being bitten by a blood-sucking parasite isn't bad enough, tick-borne diseases can be serious. This natural oil might give you a layer of protection.
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What To Do If You Spot Ants In Your Raised Garden Bed
You're digging in your newly planted garden bed and find an ant. Which species are you dealing with? Do you need to get rid of it? Find out what to do next.
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Better Than Chemicals: Drive Ticks Away With A Natural Solution They Can't Stand
When venturing into brushy territory, this essential oil will make ticks turn their noses up at you, and it's a clean and zesty scent that many people like too.
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Why Faded Blooms May Be The Key To Keeping Birds Happy During Fall
When the seasons change, not all birds migrate to warmer climes. For the birds that stay local and visit your backyard, you can still do your part to help them.
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Modern Bird Bath Designs That'll Have Colorful Friends Flocking To Your Yard
Are you looking for a bird bath that has more features than just a water basin? Here are all the extra add-ons that will have birds flocking to your garden.
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Ditch Toxic Chemicals: The Gardening Trick That's Better At Eliminating Weeds
Toxic chemicals might be effective at taking care of weeds. But there's a trick that you can use to thoroughly take them out without harming other plants.
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Turn A Simple Frying Pan Into Adorable Patio Décor With A DIY Using River Rocks
A frying pan can last for several years, but one day when it's time to replace it, don't toss it. Instead, add some coats of paint and turn it into a canvas.
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9 Common Birds You Might Find In Your Garden In Winter (And What To Feed Them)
Whether through migration or just staying put, there are likely many birds that overwinter in your region. Here are the most common, and what you can feed them.
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Not Just For Retaining Walls — Concrete Blocks Can Also Attract Bees To Your Yard
If you’ve got an extra hollow concrete block (or several) lying around, consider putting it to good use as a home for beneficial native bees.
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Plastic Pots Leave A Large Environmental Footprint: Try This Eco-Friendly Alternative Instead
If you're still using plastic plant pots in your garden, it's time to switch to an eco-friendly alternative. Stop buying plastic pots and try this DIY instead.
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